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Party Hog Roast in Dorking
Planning a hog roast for your party in Dorking? The roaster comes to your venue, home or workplace and cooks under cover and carve when you are ready to eat.
- Reunions
- Engagement celebrations
- Street parties
Slow-roasted pork in Dorking
Party hog roast in Dorking, slow-roasted on site
Milestone birthdays call for something special, and a whole hog roasting in the garden is exactly that. The smell sets the mood. Popular choices include apple sauce, hog roast rolls and rotisserie chicken, and typical bookings are for christenings and naming days and retirement celebrations.
Garden parties are a favourite in Dorking, with a local hall or club as a good back-up. All we need is a level spot with clearance. Plates come as standard, and china crockery is available on request, quoted separately.
About the food
Halloumi and vegetable skewers (V)
Our vegetarian option is halloumi and vegetable skewers: squeaky, salty cheese with colourful veg, in a roll or on a plate.
Crackling
Crackling takes hours to get right, and a whole hog roasted slowly gets it just right.
Why choose party hog roast in Dorking?
It feeds a crowd at once, so nobody is waiting for the next batch.
A hog roast suits a wide range of occasions in Dorking. Here are some of the most popular:
- Street parties
- Big birthday parties
- Garden parties
- Retirement parties
If you had Deepdene Terrace in mind, ask the council or landowner first: we can’t simply set up a roaster in a public park.
Before you book anyone
- VAT, if it applies
- Allergen information for every dish
- The menu, including sides and any extras
- Plates, china and cutlery
Questions from Dorking
We are gathering after a service at Church of St Paul: can you cater?
Yes, at a home, hall or venue nearby with an outdoor spot for the roaster. Food is generally served at the reception venue rather than the church. Send us the address.
How far is Dorking from London?
Roughly 21 miles from the centre of London, and we cover it as standard.
Do children like hog roasts?
Generally, yes, so we get the amounts right.
What do you need from us on the day?
The agreed cooking area, access for our equipment and someone to meet us. We’ll bring the rest.
Can you roast in the rain?
The roaster is under cover, so a shower does not stop us. Your guests will want somewhere dry to eat.
How long does a hog roast take to cook?
Hours rather than minutes. We’ll confirm our arrival time when we quote.
What if things run late?
Within reason, we can. Give us a contact on the day and we’ll fit around changes.
Do you clear up?
We pack everything away after service, so you’re not left with the mess.
Party venues around Dorking
Dorking is about 10 miles north-west of Crawley, in Surrey. Dorking and the surrounding area are covered for parties. Dorking is one of 395 places in Surrey where we cater. We cater events right across the region, from Dorking to Guildford (about 11 miles away).
A christening at Church of St Paul followed by a hog roast at home is a simple, popular plan. Nearby historic houses include Polesden Lacey (2.7 miles north-west). For most parties, a garden or hall is easier than a historic venue with strict catering rules. Dorking is within about 2 miles of the Surrey Hills National Landscape, so a garden party here comes with a lovely backdrop.
We bring hog roasts to parties all over the RH4 and RH5 postcode area and the streets around it. Whether your party is on High Street, Station Road and London Road or a nearby road, we will bring the roaster to you. Being close to the A24 and A25, Dorking is easy for us to reach with the roaster. We also bring hog roasts to parties in Pixham (1 mile north-east), North Holmwood (1 mile south), Westhumble (2 miles north), Westcott (2 miles west) and Blackbrook (2 miles south-east). We also serve nearby towns such as Guildford (11 miles west), Woking (12 miles north-west), Epsom (8 miles north), Horley (8 miles south-east), Redhill (7 miles east) and Ewell (9 miles north).
Nearby you’ll also find Mesolithic Museum (3.9 miles south-west) and Headley Court (4.8 miles north-east). Open spaces near Dorking include Reigate Heath and Box Hill.
- Local schools include The Ashcombe School (0.6 miles north)
- Local pubs include The Wheatsheaf Public House (under half a mile north-west)
- Other local spots include Pippbrook House (0.5 miles north)
DIY versus a catered hog roast
Roasting a whole hog yourself is possible, but it takes hours of attention, from early set-up to carving at the end. With us catering, you get to be a host, not a cook.
Some hosts try a barbecue instead, but someone has to stand at the grill all day. A hog roast cooks in one go and is carved for everyone.
For planners, venues and organisers
If you’re planning an event on someone’s behalf, whether you’re a planner, a PA or on a committee, tell us who our contact on the day will be. We’ll keep you both updated.
Marquee hire companies often have rules about cooking near their tents, so tell them a hog roast is coming. We’ll keep the roaster well clear of the marquee.
Where the roaster can go in Dorking
A hog roast cooks outdoors for hours, so the spot matters, so a few things are worth checking:
- Flat ground in the garden or on the drive
- Somewhere for us to park nearby
- A step-free way into the garden
If in doubt, send us a picture of the spot and we’ll advise.
Popular choices
- Jacket potatoes
- Halloumi skewers (V)
- Hog roast rolls
- Coleslaw
- Crackling
- Vegan burger or sausage (Ve)
- Salads
- Stuffing and apple sauce
- Rotisserie chicken
The process
We cook on a gas-fired roaster, so cooking does not depend on mains power, though a socket nearby is handy for lighting. Evening parties in Dorking need a little planning: daylight lasts until about 9:20pm at midsummer, but by late September it’s around 7:05pm. A string of lights over the serving table works wonders.
- Send us your party date, address, numbers and serving time.
- We check the space and send a clear quote.
- We arrive in good time and start roasting.
- Our chef carves and our staff serve when you’re ready.
- We clear up and pack away.
Before we arrive
- Collect dietary needs and allergies in advance
- Choose a level, open spot outdoors for the roaster
- Confirm numbers ahead of the day
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, just tell us the date, where the party is and roughly how many. A picture of the cooking area helps. Use our quote form.
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Looking after everyone
Not everyone eats pork, so it’s worth adding an alternative. Helpful tips:
- Ask about allergies on the invitation
- Plan separately for anyone who needs halal food
- Find out who doesn’t eat pork for the alternatives
- Ask us to label vegetarian and vegan food
On the day, we arrive hours before the party starts, so the smell is the first thing guests notice.
Sides turn rolls into a proper party meal.
What affects the price in Dorking
We work out each quote from:
- The serving time and how long we are on site
- Distance from us
- The date and time of year
- Which meats and sides you choose
A hog roast is often good value for a crowd, since one roast goes a long way. The menu, extras such as china and the serving time all affect the final price.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Your menu choices
- Allergies we should know about
- Where the event is
- The date and when you’d like to eat
Not sure how many to cater for? Give us your best estimate and we will quote on that, then confirm closer to the date. Send us your details through our quote form.
Nearby places to Dorking
What else we do in Dorking
- Roasted slowly at your venue, outdoors and under cover
- Freshly carved pork with crackling, stuffing and apple sauce
- Options beyond pork, including lamb, chicken and vegetarian dishes
- Our team serves at your chosen time and clears up afterwards